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a Forward. proctor of the Bullingdon Club, retired Barrister. Once ran 100 meters unassisted.
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Donald Horne wrote The Lucky Country in 1964, and though the title has become an iconic phrase for Australians, it has been universally misinterpreted.
I must acknowledge Bluesfan, who germinated these thoughts, and apologise to Wilbur Smith – this is no story of the courage of a single person in the face of oppression and adversity, or the conversion of a drop of water into a waterfall – this is a story of the numbers, plain and simple.
‘Indolent’ is an adjective that means wanting to avoid activity or exertion; lazy, arrogant and disrespectful. That’s the summary of Folau’s performance against the Western Force last month.
It’s the mid-season breather in MotoGP. Normal service resumes in two weeks at the Chez Grand Prix.
One of the beauties of the northern hemisphere summer is meeting my whisky mates on Islay, of the west coast of Scotland.
If the AFL gave you a magic wand to change only one rule to improve the game, what would it be?
As one stumbles around the internet and life, you accidentally learn a few things about rugby. Here are some things about the game I learned recently.
If the IRB gave you a magic wand to change one rule to improve the game, what would it be?
Every sports fan has months of the year that they mark in their calendars as their favourites. For me those months are February and October.
I worked with a group of Englishmen who introduced me to Fantasy English Premier League – I performed poorly until I learned that picking a side to win a fantasy league is entirely different to picking a side to win an actual game.
Since 1990, only New Zealand and France have had no foreign-born coaches. The South African Roarers are about to hit “reply in disagreement” but the legendary Sharks (and Boks) coach, Ian McIntosh was born in Zimbabwe.
As a merciful distraction, the spring tour teams to Europe have been announced.
The great shame is that we expect rugby to imitate life. We expect every pass to stick. But, guess what, we are human.
Yes, White did well. But imagine having Herschel Jantjies as the second string half-back.!!
Wallabies haunted by Ellis Park curse
But a window to the future. As such, it’s relevant. 48 yes ago I played for a junior nationals side. It wasn’t touch!!
Wallabies haunted by Ellis Park curse
Hang on! Let’s see if MC influence is enough to pick the usual donkeys.
Buckle up, Cheika is going for broke on 2019 RWC challenge
Denys Reitz tell an interesting story of a British commander in the Boer war, with a young Lt seeking direction from a high ranking (nobleman) officer where the response was “well, Lt. you say you know where the Boers are. Round up the lads and do your duty. There’s a good lad. You’ll know what to do!” When I’ve worked with older Poms, I’m never sure if I’ve received a suggestion, an instruction, and direct order, or just a vague observation….I suppose that’s empowerment of a sort.
Aufragstaktik: The management style of winning teams
Excellent article and analogies Conor. Yes, the magic of empowerment.
However, I think WB coaching staff currently employ totschweigtaktik!
Aufragstaktik: The management style of winning teams
Agree. I’m putting heard-earned in the Jags
Five talking points from the Super Rugby semi-finals
You got this right:
“….where things get difficult for anyone that dares pay them a visit…”
Super Rugby semi-finals: All eyes on the (sur)prize
KP – nailed it! We have to deconstruct the ancient texts to make sense of it. Agree it is deeply part of the human condition – but I call God “love” – a better tern is “Logos” – it’s the spirituality within humans that separates us from being mere matter. Call it consciousnesses, morality, ethics, civility – whatever. Without it we enter a state of nihilism. We are simply cells, genes and organs inhabiting a skeleton.
The very fact that anyone can take issue with Israel is founded on Logos. Yes my man, we all so deeply want to believe! And we do – as exhibited by this article. The author’s opinions are based on some sort of morality. Where does this come from?
The thing no one wants to say about Israel Folau
A “conservative” newspaper editor holds this view.
Why I donated to Israel Folau - and why I will again
Indeed! From The Australian editorial this morning:
“His views about gay people are niche, repellent and divisive. They may be honestly held, in line with the teachings of his church, but they are out of step with mainstream Australia.”
Why I donated to Israel Folau - and why I will again
You make a coherent argument Keith but as to two points:
– calling out homosexuals isn’t doing “the right thing”
– and your point about the recent election: there was also a recent vote on same sex marriage “which provided clear evidence” Folau is out of step with most Australians.
Applying another iconic phrase: Folau failed the pub test.
Why I donated to Israel Folau - and why I will again
The thing that gets me is his enormous wealth and owing a Lamborghini – a $500,000 car. What message does this send? While he eulogises from the pulpit to the downtrodden masses, his representation of the virtues of Jesus is a stark contradistinction. I’m mighty confused by all this.
At the same time I absolutely support free speech and “will defend to the death his right to do so” I’m having a very hard time reconciling his wealth, and how he show-cases himself amongst his congregation.
Something’s missing….
'Sickened by it': Former Wallabies blast Folau for fundraiser
CHeika should have done the same after mid season tests 2018, but the fact he hasn’t, and hasn’t been fired says more about the maladministration by RA than his own ineptitude.
No national coach has had such poor results and survived, or had the arrogance to remain in the position.
Daryl Gibson resigns as Waratahs head coach after dismal season
Harry you’re a marvel, but you’re take on Cheika’s mantra “team is king” requires a by-line: “Team is king, so long as I’m the King”.
I find him a despicable reprobate.
Team is king: Deciphering the new prose of Michael Cheika
If you didn’t see the humour in my post your pretty dim.
And based on your lack of critique, I’m sure of it.
Looking at your language too, you’re also a bully – “listen champ” You’re kidding?
"Team is king": Cheika speaks on Folau sacking
No? Didn’t think so. Another spineless anonymous critical.
"Team is king": Cheika speaks on Folau sacking
Same something original. Something contributory. Give it a go. Or, maybe, just sit in judgement. Useless.
"Team is king": Cheika speaks on Folau sacking
Life’s equations:
– Actor/ Actress = Climate change expert
– Cannon-Brooks = nobody = billionaire = respected opinion maker
– Twiggy = risky deal maker = billionaire = GRR = devil [to RA]
– Folau = Christian = sinner [to Joyce]
– Cheika = cauliflower ears = psychologist
"Team is king": Cheika speaks on Folau sacking
Fait point. BTW, I’ve known Twiggy since he was a junior broker with Jacksons in 1984…..but never worked with him.
Twiggy: The hero we need but not the one RA deserves
Yes. In March he gifted $600million. More than any other.
Twiggy: The hero we need but not the one RA deserves
Anaconda Nickel was groundbreaking technology – high pressure acid leach laterite – it took guts and leadership to sell the dream and garner the investment community – also the first globally financed mining project via bonds. That takes guts and vision. Yes, entrepreneurs loose money sometimes, but your dismissal of Twiggy is entirely misplaced and unwarranted. He is the single greatest by $$ charitable donor on the planet! And, ask the proper and balanced question: how many Fortesque shareholders are unhappy. Absolutely none.
Your comments and observations are churlish and unbalanced.
Twiggy: The hero we need but not the one RA deserves
Need resembles an unmanicured poodle.
Wallabies reveal their jersey for 2019 Rugby World Cup
I had heard Beale had one fan – you must be the one BF!! He did have a great lay off for the try.
Wallabies haunted by Ellis Park curse